Marge Sawchuk

It is with heavy hearts we announce that our dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend, Margaret Julia Sawchuk (nee Reich) passed away on August 6th at Douglas Campbell Lodge Personal Care Home, in Portage la Prairie. Marge was born on August 25, 1927 in Cloverleaf, MB where she met a young man, Michael Sawchuk; they married and built a farm in Cloverleaf. From milking cows, feeding chickens, to haying and picking stones, she made it a home for all of us. Besides farming ... Continue Reading

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Ralph Jenvenne

1942 ~ 2016 Peacefully, at his home, on July 28, 2016 Ralph left us to go on his last trip. Ralph was born in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba on March 3, 1942. He was the eldest of twelve children. Ralph was predeceased by his father, Napoleon and his sister, Yvonne Henry(Les). He is survived by his mother, Josephine Jenvenne Julien (Paul); his sisters Virginia Hodge, RoseMarie McLeod, Celine Storrier, Terri Schwartz (Bill), Fern Kost (Bob), Louise Stroet (Adrian), his brothers, Art (Brenda), Louis ... Continue Reading

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Edward A. Smolarski

1938 ~ 2016 Edward Anton Smolarski, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at River East Personal Care Home in Winnipeg, MB. He was born on May 2, 1938 to Walter and Teenie (Roman) Smolarski. Eddie spent most of his life in the country, living in Thalberg/Stead, MB until he retired to Beausejour, MB. Eddie was a man of many talents which covered an eclectic career. He was a farmer, construction worker, logger, bus driver, municipal councilor and overall jack of many ... Continue Reading

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Velma Briese (nee Kaletzke)

1927 ~ 2016 Velma Briese passed away peacefully at East Gate Lodge on Sunday, July 31, 2016 at the age of 88. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 66 years Harry, her children Allan (Carol), Janet (Dave), Tannis (Nelson) and Noreen (Ken), her grandchildren Wendy (Brent), Ryan, Kristy (Patrick), Lacey (Glenn), Brodie, Amanda, Derek (Carissa) and Katelyn, her great grandchildren Brennan, Emma, Jonah, Isaiah and Eva. She will be remembered also by her siblings Edith and Herman ... Continue Reading

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Marilyn Whitfield

1946 ~ 2016 Marilyn passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at the age of 69 at her home in Beausejour, MB. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 11 at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Ave. E, Beausejour. www.soberingfuneralchapel.com ... Continue Reading

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Pauline Soroka (nee Kekish)

1920 ~ 2016 It is with deep sadness that the family of Pauline Soroka announce her passing on July 13, 2016, at Pinawa Hospital. Our mother had just celebrated her 96th birthday on June 25th. What a lovely long life she had. She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Elsie and her husband Doug Gyles of Winnipeg, daughter Amy Lagsdine of Winnipeg, and daughter in-law Ursula Soroka of Kingston, Ontario. Her 7 Grandchildren will cherish memories of their Grannie. They are Shannon ... Continue Reading

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Eric Kolehmainen

1948 ~ 2016 Eric passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at the age of 67 at Pine Falls Hospital, MB. As per Eric’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held. www.soberingfuneralchapel.com ... Continue Reading

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Clifford Joseph Opyc

September 19, 1951 ~ July 9, 2016 It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Clifford Opyc with his loving family by his side at age 64. Clifford will be sadly missed by his loving, caring wife Margaret and children Cory (Deanna), Stacy, and very adored granddaughter Danna-lee. He is also survived by his mother Eva Opyc, brothers John Opyc (Barb), Greg Opyc (Lori), sister Mary Kuzyk (Tim), sister-in-law Tammy Opyc, mother-in-law Anne Stutski, brothers-in-law Allan ... Continue Reading

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Marjorie Ellen Voros

1933 ~ 2016 On Thursday, June 30th, Marjorie Ellen Voros took her last breath on earth, and her first breath in heaven, where she is reunited with her son Timothy Douglas Voros, and her husband Paul Ronald Voros. The family and friends left behind are sad to see her go, but know she was tired and ready for rest. She will be forever in our hearts. A Come & Go Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, July 10 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at Beausejour Community Church, 748 Park Ave., ... Continue Reading

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Walter (Smiley) Max Wazny

February 7, 1936 ~ June 26, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Walter (Smiley) Max Wazny on June 26, 2016 at his home in Lac du Bonnet at the age of 80. Walter is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Roxana, his siblings Mary and Michael, his children Terry (Jeannette), Kathy (Brad), and Danny (Michelle), grandchildren Chris, Melissa (Brad), Allison, Brent (Jordyn), Clinton, Cheridan, Danielle (Harry), Alex, and great granddaughter Khloe, as well as ... Continue Reading